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Closure Design Release Engineer
Closure Design Release Engineer
- Permanent Contract
- Full-time
- At least 2 years of experience (Junior level)
- BTEC Higher National Diploma, Diploma of Higher Education
- DATA MIGRATION
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Closure Design Release Engineer
- Mission
As a Closure Design release Engineer, you will lead the development of critical rear-vehicle systems, ensuring they meet rigorous safety, functional, and manufacturing standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Design & Development:
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Responsible for the engineering, design, development, timing, and release of
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rear body closure sheet metal (e.g., liftgates, decklids, or tailgates) and
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associated hinging systems.
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Validation: Manage the development and validation
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of assigned components;
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communicate technical product status and competitor
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benchmarking to management.
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Cross-Functional Coordination: Lead packaging
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coordination with adjacent departments including electromechanical
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(latches/cinching motors), electrical (harnessing), lighting (taillamps), and
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interior/exterior trim.
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Virtual Performance: Work closely with virtual
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validation groups to ensure the CAE scorecard is met and verify manufacturing
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feasibility.
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Quality Documentation: Maintain and update DVP&R (Design
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Verification Plan & Report) and DFMEA (Design Failure Mode & Effects
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Analysis).
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Supplier Management: Support and manage suppliers for quality
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actions and Value Optimization (VO) activities.
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Collaborative Alignment:
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Support meetings during NA work hours and collaborate with local engineering,
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Architecture/Vehicle Concepts, and program science teams to align iterative
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models with packaging and system requirements.
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Profile
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Education:
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Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering,
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or an equivalent ABET-accredited program.
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Experience: Minimum of 3 years of
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relevant automotive engineering experience.
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Software Proficiency: Advanced
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knowledge of Unigraphics NX and Teamcenter.
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Technical Expertise: Intermediate
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to advanced experience in Body-in-White (BIW), Rear Closures, or Exterior
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Systems.
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Materials & Process : Experience with composites and composite
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production processes.
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Experience with steel and aluminum forming processes.
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Knowledge of high-strength steels, weld parameters, and GD&T.
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Manufacturing: Previous BIW in-plant launch experience is highly preferred.
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Risk Management: Proven experience with DFMEA and DVP&R protocols.
Requirements
to be met:
- Eligible to work in USA (Canadian citizens are eligible for the
- TN Visa).
- Commute daily to Auburn Hills.
Location
LocationAddress
Windsor, Canada
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